ER Recruitment Limited

Business Development Manager (Women's Team) Leicester (Hybrid working available after probation) C£35,000 p.a. + bonus • Are you motivated by the opportunity to help grow and shape the future of women's sport? • Do you thrive on winning new business and building meaningful commercial partnerships? • Want to be part of a high-profile sports organisation where your impact will be visible from day one? The Company: We are delighted to be working exclusively with Leicester Tigers , one of the most recognised names in professional sport, as they continue to invest in and grow their Women's programme. This is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal time, playing a key role in driving commercial success and elevating the profile of the Women's team. You'll be part of a forward-thinking commercial function, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and ambition are encouraged. Role & Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager: • Drive new business across the Women's team, securing sponsorships ranging from player partnerships through to major brand deals • Take Women's commercial rights to market, building a strong pipeline through proactive outreach, networking, and relationship building • Create and deliver compelling, tailored proposals that bring partnership opportunities to life • Develop long-term relationships with partners, ensuring value is delivered and opportunities for growth are maximised • Work closely with marketing, events, and delivery teams to bring partnerships to life through creative activations • Support matchday and event activity, representing the Women's team and enhancing the partner and fan experience • Collaborate with ticketing teams to help grow attendance and engagement at Women's fixtures • Stay ahead of market trends, identifying new opportunities to innovate and grow revenue About You as the Business Development Manager: • Proven success in a business development, sponsorship sales, or commercial role • A natural relationship builder, confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels • Commercially driven with a track record of hitting or exceeding targets • Creative in your approach, able to shape engaging and valuable partnership solutions • Highly organised, able to manage multiple opportunities and priorities effectively • Strong communication and presentation skills • Experience within sport, events, or experience-led sales environments would be advantageous • Passionate about women's sport and excited by the opportunity to make a tangible impact • Resilient, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment This role will involve travel, as well as evening and weekend work to support matchdays, events, and partner engagement. Additional Benefits: • Hybrid working after probation • Free on-site parking • Discretionary bonus scheme • Opportunity to work in a high-profile sporting environment • Strong team culture and support network • Excellent networking and career development opportunities • Pension • 24 days holiday + bank holidays This role could be suitable for candidates with experience as: Business Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Commercial Manager, Account Manager, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Commercial Executive, or similar roles within sport, events, or experience-led environments. Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to respond to all applicants, if you do not hear from us within seven working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We are here to support your career - please send your CV to us, and if you know someone suitable, feel free to refer them. We look forward to hearing from you.

Business Development Manager Leicester, with hybrid working available after probation £30,000-£35,000 p.a. depending on experience, plus £3K car allowance & uncapped bonus Would you like to take ownership of high-value commercial partnerships within a dynamic and fast-growing organisation? Excited by the opportunity to create innovative, insight-led brand partnerships that deliver real business impact? Looking for a role where you can build senior relationships, influence strategy, and drive significant revenue growth? The Company: We are recruiting on behalf of a high-profile organisation who are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager within their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving new partnership revenue and shaping how brands engage within a premium sporting environment. Working closely with internal teams across marketing, communications, and partnerships delivery, you will help bring commercial rights to life while building long-term, meaningful relationships with partners. Role & Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager: Drive new partnership revenue by identifying, developing, and securing commercial opportunities across key sectors Proactively generate leads and build a strong pipeline through targeted outreach, networking, and industry engagement Develop creative, insight-led partnership proposals aligned to brand objectives and commercial goals Deliver compelling presentations and confidently communicate complex partnership opportunities Build and nurture relationships with prospective and existing partners to maximise long-term value Collaborate with internal teams to support the successful delivery and activation of partnership rights Engage partners and prospects at matchdays, events, and networking opportunities Monitor market trends and the wider sponsorship landscape to identify new opportunities and maintain competitive advantage About You as the Business Development Manager: Proven experience in business development, sponsorship sales, or consultative commercial roles Track record of securing high-value partnerships, including six-figure agreements Strong relationship management skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Commercially astute with excellent analytical and strategic thinking ability Confident presenter with strong communication skills Highly organised, able to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines and partner relationships Understanding of partnership activation and sponsorship measurement is desirable Passion for sport with a proactive, energetic, and professional approach Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Additional Benefits: Car allowance Hybrid working after probation Free on site car parking Fantastic, supportive team Excellent Networking opportunities Pension 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to get back to all applicants however if you do not receive a response within seven working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details. We look forward to hearing from you.